Survey finds a big gap in the dating histories of women who enjoy Japanese girls’ comics and those who don’t.
The City of Angels gets a new guardian of manners with the bilingual Japanese/English Super Kind series.
The cardboard cut-out he fell in love with was moved from the enclosure to be with the penguin as he passed away.
Photos studio in the historical Arashiyama neighborhood offers a makeover/photo package you won’t find anywhere else.
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One of Japan’s comfort foods will be available as a hot dessert drink straight from a vending machine!
Creators of the Nicolastick apologize for harming the “image and reputation” of the Hollywood actor.
Follow the cool crowd and head to these little-known cafes for unusual themed experiences you won’t ever forget.
Almost half of the respondents said they experienced a sense of disappointment when they saw a woman’s unmade face.
You know your country has done something really weird when it ends up on the morning news in Japan.
Look but don’t stare, be relaxed but energetic, and other seemingly conflicting advice has bachelors wondering if it’s all just about looks in the end.
Twitter user shares screenshots of Hayao Miyazaki anime that surprising number of fans haven’t heard of, and which can be seen next month.


















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New Japanese vending machine at Shinkansen station sells cups of ice on platform
This beautiful rural Japan river is a great alternative to touristy summer retreats [Photos]
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Beautiful Totoro bonsai figure needs no watering, makes soothing rain showers whenever you want
End of a manga era as Weekly Shonen Jump’s circulation drops under one million
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Pokémon Center Online designates first Pokémon items that will require Japanese ID card to buy
Japanese vending machine sells freshly squeezed lemon juice with a futuristic light show
Air-conditioned dress shirts arrive in Japan to save working professionals from sweltering heat
Anime fan in Japan arrested for ordering and cancelling over 4.3 billion yen in anime merch
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Tokyo subway installing new ticket gates that don’t accept payment through Suica or other IC cards
Japan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machines
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New Shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easier
Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
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Japanese Shinkansen becomes an overnight hotel for three nights this summer
Cup Noodle unveils first-ever cold-water instant ramen in Japan
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
End of a manga era as Weekly Shonen Jump’s circulation drops under one million
Japanese toilet aims to attract foreign tourists but not everybody is happy about it
Starbucks Japan teams up with Traveler’s Company for new stationery and goods collection
Tired of city life? Try out Japanese rural life for a few days on an active volcano in Kagoshima
This Japanese chopping board sanitising bag might be the handy kitchen gadget we never knew we needed
Japan’s new difficult-to-drink-from beer glass protects your liver, but it’s a brutal experience
Anime fan in Japan arrested for ordering and cancelling over 4.3 billion yen in anime merch
Japanese convenience store Lawson now has stir-fried noodle-cooking robot chefs
Pokémon Center Online designates first Pokémon items that will require Japanese ID card to buy
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7-Eleven Japan rethinks convenience store drinks with new Grilled Corn Chilled Soup Smoothie
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
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